Writer Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Writer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $47,928 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$47,928
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$41,435
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $47,500 the year before.
57% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,500 | 15 | $13,499 |
| 2024 | $47,928 | 14 | $41,435 |
How to apply
| Contact | George S Writer 1510 Monte Vista Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (805) 565-3936, writergeo@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Written application with all applicable information |
What Writer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $28,803 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $9,125 |
| New York | 2 | $9,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief International | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable support | $8,000 |
| Trust Tai | Charitable support | $4,625 |
| Project Hope | Charitable support | $2,500 |
| The Trust for Public Land | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Accion International | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Santa Barbara Tennis Patrons | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Oniracom | Charitable support | $1,803 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Episcopal Relief & Development | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| SBCC Foundation | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Uc Regents | Charitable support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George S Writer
- Judith H Writer
- Jeffrey H Writer
Questions people ask
Does Writer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Writer Family Foundation give?
$47,928 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Writer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George S Writer (President/Treasurer), Judith H Writer (Secretary) and Jeffrey H Writer (Vice President).
What does Writer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and human services.